Michael Laster
Dayton,OH
Summary
Exceptional forklift driver with 4 + years of experience driving side-standing and front-facing counterbalance forklifts delivering high impact results in areas of supply chain, warehousing, and distribution. Looking forward to build upon forklift skills and to become apart of the team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care Technician
The Organic Turf Company
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Mix and spray fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto lawn.
- Identified and removed invasive weeds for lawn aesthetics and lawn health.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep machine functional for services.
Delivery Driver
Door Dash
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups and customer issues.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
Forklift Operator
60 Day Temporary Job
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Material handler
FHI
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
Forklift Operator
DHL
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Operated all loaders, Stand-up and Sit-down equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morton High School
Morton, MS05.2016
Skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish): As a bilingual speaker of both English and Spanish, I possess strong language skills in both languages This allows me to effectively communicate and connect with a diverse range of individuals
- Punctual: I understand the importance of timeliness and consistently prioritize punctuality This ensures that I can meet deadlines and contribute to a reliable and efficient work environment
- Computer Proficiency: I have a strong command of various computer applications and software relevance to the job This includes Microsoft Office, internet research, and other relevant software I am adept at learning new technologies quickly
- Excellent Communication: I possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, enabling me to convey information clearly and effectively I can adapt my communication style to suit different audiences and work collaboratively with colleagues and clients
- Excellent Time Management: With well-developed time management skills, I am able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and efficiently allocate resources I am organized and detail-oriented which allows me to maximize productivity and contribute to smooth functioning of projects
Timeline
Lawn Care Technician
The Organic Turf Company
07.2021 - 03.2024
Delivery Driver
Door Dash
01.2021 - 07.2021
Forklift Operator
60 Day Temporary Job
10.2020 - 12.2020
Material handler
FHI
02.2020 - 09.2020
Forklift Operator
DHL
05.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Morton High School